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Optical Test and Automation Engineer

Quandela stands as a global leader in quantum computing, driven by groundbreaking technology and a strategic vision for scaling quantum solutions. The company’s unique ability to offer both hardware and software solutions, along with its co

Company

Quandela

Location

Palaiseau, Île-de-France, France

Status

Open

Posted

2026-10-06T00:00:00+00:00

Quandela seeks an optical test and automation engineer in Palaiseau to characterize and benchmark single-photon sources. The role combines hands-on optical quality control of quantum emitters with Python instrument control, data acquisition and processing, and automated measurement procedures. It includes optical spectroscopy of semiconductor quantum dots in microcavities and cleanroom work with optical, nanofabrication and production engineers. The posting asks for a master's or PhD in optics, photonics, quantum optics or experimental physics, hands-on laser and fiber experience, Python skills and reporting. Distinctive: industrializing characterization and a practical optical-bench exercise.